Rich and refined, arroz verde is one of the most popular dishes I present to cooking classes.
Author: James Peyton
I'm always looking for good-tasting recipes that are low in fat and quick to fix, and this fits the bill. Because zucchini is so abundant, it's almost a game to find new ways to fix it. This makes a perfect...
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My family loves this recipe because it brings out the lovely flavors of the vegetables. Even my children enjoy it-they love the drizzle of maple syrup! It's a tasty way to introduce kids to turnips, rutabaga...
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Any recipe with melted cheese in it is a favorite of mine. That's just one reason I love this polenta bake. It has a lot of protein for a meatless meal! -Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington
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Meet the Cook: The first summer that my husband and I were retired, we had an abundance of squash. I was raised on a farm and taught nothing should go to waste, so I hunted in my recipe file and found...
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This is a nice alternative to plain asparagus. It's a simple, flavorful way to dress them up.-Mavis Diment, Marcus, Iowa
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This nicely seasoned stuffing is our favorite for holiday turkeys. The classic recipe tastes good whether stuffed in the bird or baked separately, and it's versatile, too-you can add other ingredients...
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Easy to prepare Veg-All Casserole can be ready for the oven in minutes.
Author: Steve Gordon
This filling rice dish, full of big chunks of butternut squash and sweet potatoes, is a standout combination of sweet and savory flavors. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Different, delicious and sized exactly right for two people, this easy, breezy home-style side dish is sure to please!-Dean Copeland, Ochlocknee, Georgia
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These baked squash cubes pick up a mouthwatering grilled taste along with a mild curry butter flavor. The pretty orange side dish adds interest to more traditional summer entrees.-Mary E. Relyea, Canastota,...
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Fragrant and fruity, this ginger-scented rice goes with Asian, Indian and other fusion dishes. -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida
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This cheesy cauliflower side dish had long been a family favorite. It always makes a pretty presentation on our holiday table.-Karen Jean Johann, Kewaskum, Wisconsin
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This sweet and savory casserole is part of our traditional Christmas dinner. It goes great with any meaty entree. -Lynn McAllister, Mt. Ulla, North Carolina
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This recipe is made for butternut squash lovers, with pureed squash in the sauce and squash pieces in the casserole alongside an ideal companion, Swiss chard. This is a very veggie hybrid of ever-popular...
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When you only have a few potatoes and want them mashed, fill in with parsnips -a root vegetable similar in shape to a carrot. The first frost of the season turns their starch to sugar, giving parsnips...
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I came up with this recipe one day when I didn't have many groceries in the house. My kids named it Hobo Hash because it didn't have a lot in it and could be cooked in one pan.-Linda Hendershott, St. Joseph,...
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This tasty side dish from our Test Kitchen has just enough cayenne pepper to warm a frosty night and can hold its own with most meat entrees. Golden, caramelized onions add a dressed-up touch.
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This peas and prosciutto dish has a delicious, slightly salty flavor. Even the pea haters will like this one! -Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts
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If you like the filling in twice-baked potatoes, you'll love the flavor of this savory side dish that complements most entrees. "It's a good way to finish off extra mashed potatoes," says Margaret Mayhugh...
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These baked beans are nothing like the canned variety you may be used to. The rich sauce has wonderful smokiness from chopped bacon and a subtle sweetness from maple syrup.-Elizabeth Horton, Brattleboro,...
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Here's a scrumptious lighter version of traditional candied sweet potatoes. -North Carolina Sweet Potato Commission
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This simple dish is a complement to just about any kind of meat of fish. We enjoy it often, no matter what the season.
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Top hot potatoes with this colorful mixture from Edie Despain of Logan, Utah for a satisfying meal. "You'll get rave reviews on this one," Edie promises. "Quick to prepare, it's also delicious. Ranch salad...
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Sweet potato wedges are seasoned to please in this savory side dish from Gay Nel Nicholas of Henderson, Texas. "My husband and I love the sweet spuds any way they are cooked," she notes. "This recipe from...
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This recipe is a fresh flavorful vegetable dish. People will think you fussed when you offer this elegant skillet side dish.-Cherie Sechrist, Red Lion, Pennsylvania
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This cauliflower stuffing is the vegan substitute you've been looking for. It's perfect for the holidays. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin
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These pretty little patties are loaded with flavor and hold their shape well. Celery, onion, bread crumbs and seasonings cook up tender.
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I double this mashed potato recipe for an extra batch to freeze. It's a nice alternative to the standard potatoes or rice. -Jill Hancock, Nashua, New Hampshire
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I'm a pastor's wife, and I often find myself cooking for large groups. I first put together Potato Onion Supreme for a wedding shower dinner when our organist's son got married. Afterward, I had three...
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"My sister-in-law served this healthy vegetable dish to my husband and I," writes Betty Kleberger of Florissant, Missouri. "We liked it so much she gave me the recipe, and now I serve it in my home."
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I love that I can make these biscuits and have enough left over to freeze for another meal. They're a healthier version of a classic American staple. -Amanda West, Shelbyville, Tennessee
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Shirley Glabb often serve rice at her home in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. I'm always looking for new ways to dress it up," she says. "This recipe pairs nicely with chicken or pork chops."
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Even veggie-fearing kids will eat these up. Be sure not to bake the tomatoes much longer than 10 minutes or they might soften and fall apart.-Country Woman Test Kitchen, Greendale, WI
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If you love making corn casserole with Jiffy mix, you're in luck with this Green Chile Corn Casserole! Spruce up the traditional corn casserole with green chiles and cheese. It makes for a delicious and...
Author: Jamie Lothridge
I received this recipe from my Lithuanian mother-in-law 43 years ago. This dish is as important to my family during the holidays as the Christmas tree.-June Gerdzunas, Mokena, Illinois
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Even after seven years, my family still asks for this tasty potato and bacon dish. Try it once and I'll bet your family will be hooked, too. -Lynn Ireland, Lebanon, Wisconsin
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This is one of our favorite quick ways to use up a bumper crop of grape tomatoes (or to take care of an overenthusiastic tomato-shopping spree)! -Rose Gulledge, Crofton, Maryland
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Having grown up in Puerto Rico, I've had so much amazing Caribbean food, but tostones have always been a favorite of mine. Traditionally they are deep fried, but this version of air-fryer plantains gives...
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"I came up with the recipe when my garden was producing like crazy and I had lots of fresh zucchini, yellow squash and tomatoes," writes Dawn E Bryant of Thedford, Nebraska. "I combined the three, added...
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For those who like it spicy, it's easy to turn up the heat on these potatoes by adding more chili powder or jalapenos for extra kick.-Pat Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
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Air-fryer carrots make a super side-big on flavor and a breeze to cook. Plus, I can actually get my husband to eat these fragrant, deeply spiced veggies. -Taylor Kiser, Brandon, Florida
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Cucumbers are my very favorite garden vegetable, so I use this recipe often. I got it from a friend years ago. I've heard this refreshing dish keeps very well in the refrigerator, but it goes so fast around...
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"My husband, our two young sons and I enjoy this deliciously different fried rice dish," relates Lorna Plett of Riverton, Manitoba. "The brown rice makes it extra nutritious...and it's a great way to use...
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This is an old French-Canadian recipe. We use pure maple syrup, but it's the apple slices that make this my favorite recipe for baked beans.
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Celebrate the arrival of spring by serving this delightful strudel for Easter brunch. Watch the savory slices disappear from the table!
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These healthy little treats work well as a side or as fun bite size appetizers. Roasting the cauliflower adds deep flavor and gives it an irresistible crunch. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
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